Michael Taylor misses out on roster

by Bill Passonno | CBSSports.com

(3/17/2013)The Oakland Athletics pared down their roster Sunday, optioning outfielders Grant Green and Michael Taylor to Triple-A Sacramento. Both players were in the running for a spot on the opening day roster this spring, but could make an appearance with the parent club at some point during the season.

Gordon going to play in Korea

(7/8/2011)CBSSports.com senior baseball writer Danny Knobler reports that the Yankees have accepted an offer to sell RHP Brian Gordon to SK Wyverns of Korea. Gordon was optioned down to the minors last Saturday.